White Metal Medal of Washington, George, Boston, MA, 1752–1752. 0000.999.38500

Canonical URI: http://numismatics.org/collection/0000.999.38500

Download full resolution image
Obverse: GEORGE WASHINGTON BORN FEBRUARY 23, 1752 - Houdon-style bust to right.
Download full resolution image
Reverse: H.L. DESHON WATERBORO, CEN.ME. inscription CO. C. / 1st / REG EXC / BRIGADE / WAR OF / 1861. - Hand-punched lettering.

Physical Description

  • Measurements

    • Weight (in gr.): 13.2
    • Diameter (in mm): 31

Typological Description

References

Administrative History

  • Identifier: 0000.999.38500
  • Lot: 0000.999
  • Department: Medals and Decorations
  • Collection: American Numismatic Society

Description

Civil War "Dog Tag" sold by sutlers.

Subjects

  • Category: Civil War

Rights

  • CopyrightHolder: American Numismatic Society
  • License: Public Domain Mark (images)
  • Rights: No Copyright - United States